Program Overview

Introduction to the Program

The Màster Universitari en Advocacia i Procura + Màster en Dret Laboral i de la Seguretat Social is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the legal profession, particularly in the areas of labor law and social security. The program is offered by the Universitat Pompeu Fabra and is recognized for its excellence in academic and professional training.

Program Structure

The program is structured into several modules, including:

• Litigació (Litigation)
• Drets Fonamentals, Llibertats Econòmiques i Integració Europea (Fundamental Rights, Economic Freedoms, and European Integration)
• Matèries Professionals (Professional Matters)
• Dret de la Seguretat Social (Social Security Law)
• Dret Laboral (Labor Law)
• Treball Final de Màster (Master's Thesis)
• Pràctiques Professionals (Professional Practices)

Admission Criteria

The program is designed for recent graduates in law with excellent academic records. International students must provide a credential of homologation. The admission process involves a thorough evaluation of the applicant's academic background and professional experience.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the program is 16,000 €. Additionally, students must pay a fee for the issuance of the official title, which is stipulated in the DOGC (Diari Oficial de la Generalitat de Catalunya).

Research Areas

The program focuses on various research areas, including:

• Labor Law
• Social Security Law
• Litigation
• Fundamental Rights and Economic Freedoms
• European Integration

Faculty and Research

The program is taught by a team of experienced academics and professionals in the field of law. The faculty includes:

• Josep Fargas Fernandez, Associate Professor and Director Acadèmic
• Julia Lopez Lopez, Full Professor and Directora Acadèmica
• Ramon Ragués Vallès, Full Professor and Director Acadèmic
• A team of collaborating professors from various universities and institutions

Methodology

The program combines theoretical and practical approaches to learning, including:

• Classes and seminars
• Case studies and problem-solving exercises
• Simulations and role-playing activities
• Professional practices and internships
• Research and thesis work

Evaluation

The evaluation of the program is based on a combination of continuous assessment, exams, and the completion of a master's thesis. Students must also complete a period of professional practices and obtain a minimum attendance rate of 80%.

Career Opportunities

The program provides students with a range of career opportunities in the legal profession, including:

• Advocacia (Lawyer)
• Procura (Law Clerk)
• Dret Laboral i de la Seguretat Social (Labor Law and Social Security)
• Other related fields

Additional Information

The program is accredited by the EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System) and is recognized for its excellence in academic and professional training. The Universitat Pompeu Fabra is a leading institution in Spain and is ranked among the top universities in the world. The program is taught in Catalan, Spanish, and English, and students can choose to specialize in one of the available areas of expertise.